Wondering how the couplings between the engine and the cars works? My son is hoping for couplings that work like on the show.
29772
We got this set for my son for Christmas. The couplings can be opened by hand. Once the engine "bumps" into the cars, the open couples lock closed until you unlock them.
29773
I'm not sure what the real name is. I can take a picture and email it to you. It looks like the letter C. And the c's are opposite so they interlock.
29774
I am not sure how they work on the show, but they appear to be the same as how a real train works.
1829955
hi. no they don't, i wish they did. these little motors start with a pull start and when new they are very hard to pull thru, they are very rugged engines and powerful for their size and very much fun once you get them going.once running my grand kids don't shut them off until we are done rideing them.i see people on u-tube start them easy but, i have three and they are all the same, hard to pull thru, if they were kick starting i think they would be easier to start. good luck my friend, jack.
1049336
Did you ever find an answer to this?? Have you bought one? I was looking to buy the new one and have gotten two OLD ones (one from amazon, one from barnes and noble). I was going to return both in my quest for the new one but upon reading reviews... it seems the old one will accomadate matchbox cars better... but the elevator is more prone to break. I like the overall look of the new one - but I don't like that the elevator is smaller. I really don't like the idea that matchbox cars might not fit. I am going to call plan toys today and see if they can tell me. All I know is this was supposed to be the BIG christmas gift for my twins this year and now it's 2 days before Christmas and I have run into a problem I didn't expect to have.
2084368
Sorry - I can't answer such technical questions. The individual who fixes my car recommended this to me. You might want to 'Google' it to try to find the answers you're looking for.
282800
Wow, some of you guys must work for NASA building spacecraft! It's a PWD car, tolerances are pretty loose. I just eyeballed the drill bit size and wiggle it around a little if the hole is too small. If the hole is too large, glue! I also leave about half the weight sticking out; it looks like exhaust pipes which my son likes, and makes easier recovery of the weight w/o destroying the car.
379747
As said in my earlier answer, I am fundamentally disappointed with the operation of the engine. (The electrical contacts are in the coal car, instead of the engine, but the coal car is not heavy enough to hold the wheels on the rails, to make good contact.) But I like the way it LOOKS so I kept it as a stationary display item on my layout (like a statue). So I don't know and don't care whether it will make smoke. Sorry.
1234043
i noticed that also. the bell button doesn't work, but the whistle/horn does. the manual is misleading. it looks like it is specific to this train set, and describes the bell sound and dialog that happens when you press bell button. But it says on one page "the bell button will activate bell sounds on locomotives equipped with this feature." i dont think the engine in this set is equip with this feature, but it doesn't say that anywhere in the manual. i'm guessing the transformer has this capability with a different engine/tinder. i'll call Lionel to confirm.
242424
I bought 2 cars and the remotes are only paired with the car it came with. It will not intervene with each other. The remotes were paired right out of the box. Fast cars by the way! My boys love em!
56916
Still can't get the carb to idle well. I moved the needles in as stated. Just runs for about a minute then quits. Must need MORE adjustments to make it work.No luck so far!! Will keep trying but can't adjust an engine that won't run long enough to do so!
396796
really, thats funny, clutch has 20k miles on it since the install. Maybe you should learn your Subaru's before posting on here. There is a 2.5L clutch and there is a 2.2L clutch. The difference is 7 7/8 and 8 7/8 inch disk and a different size fly wheel. I've owned and drove Subaru's for 20 years, thats all I've owned. my 98 is running the stock 2.5l DOHC engine with the phase 1 transmission which is EXACTLY whats in your 98 Lego Outback. Nice try on trolling my review, now back to your cave
1111816
What Rebecca said. I didn't have any trouble with mine, though, but there should be 2 red levers that allow the cars to shoot into the rest of the track. Now, if the batteries are not good, then it won't supply enough power to launch the cars all the way around.
222675
I bought them for our car, but sadly I wasn't able to get them to link up. I'm not the guy to help you out. Or maybe this helps you decide on whether or not to purchase.
1654325
I cannot speak for your engine, however with my 5.3, even with the program now removed. I still have to run 93 octane to keep the truck from skipping. Didn't do that before the programmer. Get a custom tune. You'll Be much happier
2004109
First, was it put together correctly using the pictures in the accompanying literature? Also check the literature for Corolle CO. or go online to find some info. Other than that, I have on idea.
1464086
The engine "whines" with some resistance when pushed, while the second car is smooth when pushed since it's not powered. Hope this helps.To clarify: pushing the engine still works fine, but just be aware of the slight resistance and "engine whine".
1850475
Does the engine u have also go into a neon ?? If so it is the sme firing order for all 4 cylider engines.. it belongs in a eclipse ,but i put it in my 93 subaru wagon ..lol
715112
Some of the cars will work - just depends on the width and shape at the sides. Hot rod type cars don't tend to work that well - not enough acceleration through motivator.